# Keila

Keila is a self-hosted, open-source newsletter management platform for building contact lists, designing email campaigns, and creating sign-up forms. It is open source and self-hosted, installable on Docker Hub and Unraid.

Canonical page: https://ourlocalhost.com/app/1444/keila

## Description

Keila is a self-hosted, open-source newsletter management platform for building contact lists, designing email campaigns, and creating sign-up forms. It supports SMTP for small-scale sends and integrates with AWS SES, SendGrid, Mailgun, and Postmark for larger-scale delivery. A suitable self-hosted alternative to hosted services like Mailchimp and Brevo for users who want full control over their email marketing.

## Platform availability

Available on 1 of 9 platforms: Unraid.

## Health score

76/100 (Good), based on 4 of 5 factors.
- Maintained: 100 (last commit 22 days ago)
- Popular: 67 (2,230 GitHub stars)
- Easy to install: 35 (1 install platform, install notes, Docker image)
- Security check: 82 (no serious findings, 3 minor, CI, tests)

## Links

- Docker Hub: https://hub.docker.com/r/pentacent/keila/
- Unraid: https://ca.unraid.net/apps/keila-162kixa04ep1gi?q=keila
- Official website: https://keila.io

## Common questions

### How do I get the initial login password when running Keila in Docker?

The password is displayed in the Docker log on first run. You can change it after you log in.

### Is there an official Docker image for self-hosting Keila?

Yes. Keila provides an official Docker image for self-hosting.

### Does Keila require me to self-host the mail server used for sending?

No. Keila manages your contact list and campaigns, while sending is handled by whatever SMTP server or email service you configure, self-hosted or not.

### Can I integrate Keila with other tools or split contact lists?

Yes. Keila has an API and supports segmentation.

### Under what license is Keila released?

Keila is released under the terms of the GNU AGPLv3.

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- SendPulse: Combines email campaigns, SMS, web push, chatbots in a no-code interface with CRM, a course builder, sales automation, and advanced analyti…
- beehiiv: Gain full control with monetization tools, unique email design options, integrated referral program, and no revenue cuts.

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